AuGRES — An Omer man has been arrested for allegedly breaking into and taking items from Bernard Building Center in AuGres. more

STANDISH — After hearing public comment overwhelmingly against the transfer of Guantanamo Bay detainees to Standish Max, the Standish City Council voted on a resolution Monday similar to one … more

MASON TOWNSHIP — For a leg in pain, he’s got a cane. Free of charge. Ovid McBroom, 83, of Mason Township enjoys crafting wooden canes out of cedar and oak, but says about a year ago, he … more

ARENAC COUNTY — Last year the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) enacted a ban on baiting deer in an effort to stop the spread of chronic wasting disease and Arenac County is increasing … more

STANDISH — The Standish Area Fire Authority (SAFA) rents its fire barn on M-61 from the city of Standish, however, since 2002, no rent has been paid to the city due to the lack of poof of a rental … more

TAWAS — The Michigan State Police East Tawas Post (MSP) reported that Tuesday night, at approximately 9:30 p.m., an Alger man allegedly attempted suicide by traveling eastbound on M-55 at a high … more

For the upcoming Arenac County Independent real estate special on April 29, the editorial staff would like to find out why you, the reader, like living in the township or city you reside in. The top … more

ARENAC COUNTY — Three grants for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative (GLRI) could potentially impact the residents of Arenac County. more

ARENAC COUNTY — In its efforts to cut out $200,000 in spending over the next two years, the Arenac County Board of Commissioners may opt out of its membership in the Michigan Association of … more

STANDISH — Up to $50,000 through the City of Standish’s Downtown Development Authority (DDA) is available for downtown businesses looking to spruce up their appearances. “We can give up to … more